Job Description
POSITION FEATURES:Bilingual preferred.
About this role:
As a Social Worker at Fresenius Medical Care, you will deliver psychosocial services to dialysis clinic patients, collaborating with the healthcare team to enhance patient rehabilitation and quality of life while supporting staff in understanding the impacts of chronic kidney disease.
Career Advancement: We offer a social work career ladder from pre-licensed to leadership roles, fostering employee growth.
Our Culture: We prioritize our employees’ well-being, offering support through education reimbursement, scholarships, and assistance during hardships.
Diversity Focus: We cultivate an inclusive environment with diverse employee resource groups for professional and personal development.
Join us at Fresenius Medical Care to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those with kidney disease. Apply today!
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
- Assess patients’ psychosocial status and needs.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to set treatment goals.
- Utilize educational programs and interventions to address barriers.
- Provide counseling and community resource referrals.
- Facilitate discussions on advance directives and DNR status.
- Educate patients and families on ESRD-related issues.
- Train clinic staff on psychosocial topics.
EDUCATION:
- Master’s in Social Work
- State-required license
EXPERIENCE:
- 0-2 years related experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Travel may be required.
Salary: $56,000 – $88,000 based on qualifications. EO/AA Employer.
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace.